The Devil Crept In by Ania Ahlborn

Young Jude Brighton has been missing for three days, and while the search for him is in full swing in the small town of Deer Valley, Oregon, the locals are starting to lose hope. They’re well aware that the first forty-eight hours are critical and after that, the odds usually point to a worst-case scenario. And despite Stevie Clark’s youth, he knows that, too; he’s seen the cop shows. He knows what each ticking moment may mean for Jude, his cousin and best friend.

That, and there was that boy, Max Larsen...the one from years ago, found dead after also disappearing under mysterious circumstances. And then there were the animals: pets gone missing out of yards. For years, the residents of Deer Valley have murmured about these unsolved crimes…and that a killer may still be lurking around their quiet town. Now, fear is reborn—and for Stevie, who is determined to find out what really happened to Jude, the awful truth may be too horrifying to imagine.

Well, that was something! The horror genre is basically what I grew up on, so I’m always happy to discover an author I can depend on for a horrifically good time. I read Ania Ahlborn’s Brother, and it became a favorite. So I didn’t even hesitate when I saw The Devil Crept In. Hell, I didn’t even check what it was about. Totally paid off, though!

The Devil Crept In is a disturbing, twisted tale that made me squirm in discomfort at times. And that’s how I like it! It has somewhat of a slower pace in the beginning, but still managed to suck me in. It’s definitely worth sticking with, because what the eff? That was some messed up shit! Trust me, that’s a compliment.

The author really does a fantastic job weaving this creepy story with authentic characters, eerie atmosphere, and solid plot. I do love Brother more, but this book absolutely delivers a well written, spin-tingling horror story. You’ll want to lockup your pets and children after you read it. And definitely stay out of the woods. You’ve been warned!

29 responses to “The Devil Crept In by Ania Ahlborn”

I am a wussie when it comes to horror, but I am still intrigued by the storylines and it is a bit fun to have the willies scared out of me or be shocked by something so bizarre I can’t wrap my mind around it.
Glad this was a hit for you.Sophia Rose recently posted…Wulf and the Bounty Hunter by Gail Koger #TGPUL #Giveaway

I liked this one a lot as well…but it wasn’t Brother. I loved Brother so much! This was a very different book but by the end I couldn’t get enough.Carole recently posted…Waiting on Wednesday – Devil in Spring

It’s been like forever since the last time I read this genre and been wanting to get back to it since I was once a BIG fan. Especially, I’m in the mood of something new now. Kimberly and now you love it so I’m intrigued. Want to give it a try.

Glad to read this! I snapped this up from Netgalley and it’s one of the few I’ve left to review before I’m all caught up. I snapped it up as soon as I saw it offered, having enjoyed her book Seed so much.Laurie recently posted…Itty Bitty Review: Bagged by the Groceries!

I read creepy when I’m in the mood for it, which is usually later in the year. I remember your review of Brother, so I’m glad this one was a win also. Great review!Lekeisha recently posted…Waiting on Wednesday #52 – This Darkness Mine